Physician - General Surgery
Company: Christus Health
Location: Alice
Posted on: March 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Description General Surgery Opportunity: Kingsville, TX We are
seeking an experienced, community-investedGeneral Surgeon (BC/BE)to
join a thriving practice in Kingsville, Texas. This full-time
position is designed for a surgeon who values professional autonomy
and is comfortable managing a "broad scope" clinical workload,
including gallbladders, hernias, EGDs, colonoscopies, and PEGS. The
ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience and a desire to
integrate into a tight-knit community. The role offers a balanced
weekly scheduletypically3 days of clinic and 2 days of blocked OR
timesupported by an established referral base and a collaborative
call rotation (expected1:3, with potential for 1:2 for additional
pay). Residency within a 20-30 minute radius is required to support
the hospitals Level IV Trauma needs, with many physicians choosing
to live in the historic ranching community of Kingsville or near
the beautiful Texas coast. About CHRISTUS Spohn Health System As
part of CHRISTUS Health, a faith-based, not-for-profit ministry,
the CHRISTUS Spohn Health System is the largest hospital system in
South Texas. For over 100 years, the system has been distinguished
by its mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. With
six hospital campuses and six family health centers, Spohn serves
over 60% of the Coastal Bend community. Physicians within the
system benefit from a robust network of specialists, a shared
commitment to clinical excellence, and access to advanced
technology, including a significant investment in robotic surgical
systems across the broader regional network. CHRISTUS Spohn
Hospital - Kleberg (Kingsville) CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital - Klebergis
a 96-bed, Level IV Trauma facility that serves as a vital
healthcare anchor for the Kingsville community. Known for its
ranching heritage and as the home of Texas A&M
University-Kingsville, the hospital provides a supportive, "small
city" environment combined with high-quality medical facilities.
Surgical Facilities: The hospital features 3 Operating Rooms
(non-hybrid) and a dedicated clinic building conveniently located
on the hospital campus. Volume & Stats: With FY25 projections of
over600 surgeries,21,500 ED visits, and1,700 discharges, the
facility maintains a steady surgical volume. Clinical Environment:
Trauma Protocol: Operates as a "stabilize and transfer" center; any
major trauma is stabilized in the ED and sent to Corpus Christi,
while the majority of acute care cases are managed by on-site
Hospitalists. Specialty Support: Surgeons are supported by
Hospitalists, Tele-Pulmonology, and Tele-Critical Care. Maternal
Health: While the surgeon provides general consults, a dedicated OB
team is on-call for specialized surgical emergencies like complex
C-sections. Dialysis: Home to the area's only inpatient dialysis
program, adding to the medical complexity and variety of the
patient base. Teaching Opportunities: Through the university
connection, surgeons have opportunities to work with students and
residents, contributing to the academic growth of the region.
Qualifications: MD or DO with ACGME-accredited General Surgery
residency American Board-certified or board-eligible in General
Surgery At least 5 years of experience is required Licensed or
eligible for licensure in Texas Type: Full Time Contact: Veronica
Coley veronica.coley@christushealth.org To apply, please email your
CV and cover letter to Veronica Coley.
Keywords: Christus Health, Corpus Christi , Physician - General Surgery, Healthcare , Alice, Texas
